Beaches, rivers and top prestige properties

There’s a hinterland retreat with a 10-person spa, covered alfresco area and a fire pit set among the gums.

43 The Esplanade Garners Beach

QUEENSLAND

Noosa Hinterland. 4 Palm Tree Court, Pomona. Auction

This hinterland retreat has all you need to enjoy life, with a 10-person spa, covered alfresco area and a fire pit set among the gums. Deb and Nathan Aleckson have spent nine happy years here. The four-bedroom home is set in the Stratford Park Estate, with the Noosa River just 15 minutes away. They love the privacy and peace at their 6663sq m property.

TASMANIA

Hobart. 57 Sandra Drive, Blackmans Bay. Offers above $1.95m

57 Sandra Drive Blackmans Bay.

Walls of glass frame views across the River Derwent to the shores of Opossum Bay, from this elegant residence. Set on 1285sq m, the Mark Linardi-designed home has four bedrooms and light-filled living spaces on both levels. Balconies extend from the living room and bedrooms on the upper floor, while downstairs are two covered alfresco areas.

QUEENSLAND

Cassowary Coast. 43 The Esplanade, Garners Beach. $10.5m

43 The Esplanade Garners Beach

There are two virtually private beaches on offer as part of this 8.5ha headland sale. There is a spectacular Paul Clout-designed resort-style mansion with a swimming pool, looking out over the Coral Sea. Then, an approved subdivision for 10 lots that can be purchased for $5.2m with, or separate to, the glamorous $5.3m three-bedroom home. Lynda and Paul Williams sailed the tropical Pacific Ocean looking for their piece of paradise and found it, just north of Mission Beach.

NSW

Sydney. 80 Kenneth Street, Longueville. $7.7m

80 Kenneth Street Longueville

There are sweeping views of Sydney Harbour, the bridge and the skyline on either side from this much-loved family home. The five-bedroom home sits on 720sq m, close to Lane Cove shops and harbourside parks. Gordon and Rebecca Morrison have lived here for two years and love the relaxed space, with the living and dining rooms leading out to an entertaining deck showcasing those views.